We are recruiting for a Permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a practice in Edinburgh Scotland. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week with a 1:3 weekend rota. There is no ooh.

The Nurse will be joining a large supportive team comprising of 3 RVNS, 2 SVNS and 5 Vets. This is a busy and established practice which is fully equipped and offers a wide range of veterinary services and facilities. they are continuing to grow and develop and now seek an additional nurse to join them.

Duties and responsibilities include

• Working closely alongside the HVN
• Following practice protocols
• Keeping records up to date and recording results
• Client consultations, administrations, and discharges
• Administering medications
• Stock control
• Greeting clients and patients
• Assisting Veterinary Surgeons in theatre
• Insurance work
• The Nurse will be proactive and embraces all aspects of the role.

They are looking for a nurse who has a flexible and pro-active approach to daily tasks and a nurse who can use their own initiative. Previous experience in clinical coaching would be advantageous but not essential. They Nurse will have a friendly and empathetic attitude with clients and be professional and supportive. It is important that they have the drive and ambition to continue to develop their clinical skills and knowledge and support others where necessary. The nurse will be expected to work closely with the head nurse and always look at continuing ways to develop the practice further. They will have a genuine passion for animal welfare and be committed to delivering a high standard of clinical care. They will be a team player with excellent communication and customer service skills.

Key Details:

• Type: Small Animal
• Hours: Monday - Friday
• Weekends: 1:3 rota
• OOH: None
• Sole Charge: None
• Computer System: RX Works
• Consultations: 15 - 30 minutes
• Team: 5 Vets 3 Nurses 2 SVNS and support team

About Them:

• Bright and spacious practice with air conditioning and all modern facilities
• Highly experienced team
• State of the art facilities
• Progressive forward-thinking practice
• Supportive and friendly practice
• Highly experienced team
• CPD is actively encouraged and supported
• Offers excellent career development opportunities
• Excellent reputation within the community
• Is passionate about delivering a high standard of clinical care
• Provides Mental health and wellbeing support

About You:

• You will have excellent all-round nursing skills.
• You will embrace all aspects of the role
• You will be ambitious to continue your learning and development.
• You will work to deliver a high standard of clinical care and have a can-do attitude!
• You will have a motivated and passionate attitude
• You will be keen to develop an area of special interest
• You will be willing to go the extra mile within your duties
• You will have strong organisational skills
• You will have a genuine passion for animal welfare including preventative healthcare
• You will have excellent communications skills and be able to develop working relationships with clients and fellow members of staff

Facilities:

The practice offers a huge range of veterinary facilities and services including

• Operating Theatre
• Digital X-Ray
• Dental X -RAY
• Isolation Unit
• Dental X-RAY
• Blood Pressure Monitor
• Ultrasound
• Biochemistry
• Haematology
• Electrolyte
• In-house Laboratory
• Pet Passport
• Dentistry

Package:

• Salary: From 19,000 commensurate to experience
• Holiday allowance: 5 Weeks and Birthday off
• Pension: Contributory pension scheme available
• CPD: Generous allowance
• Rewards: Exclusive colleague rewards including discounts with high street retailers and restaurants
• Memberships: Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS)
• Uniform: Branded uniform provided
• Discounts: Discounted veterinary care for your pets
• Other: Excellent career opportunities and development due to the varied case load
• More benefits available

Must haves:

RCVS registered and qualified

Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Excellent communication skills

1 years' post-grad UK experience

What happens next?

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your latest CV.

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